Post by Stix on Dec 21, 2005 3:32:13 GMT -5
Attempting an Open Lock check without a set of thieves’ tools imposes a -2 circumstance penalty on the check, even if a simple tool is employed. If you use masterwork thieves’ tools, you gain a +2 circumstance bonus on the check.
Check
The DC for opening a lock varies from 20 to 40, depending on the quality of the lock, as given on the table below.
Open Lock DCs
Very simple lock: 20
Average lock: 25
Good lock: 30
Amazing lock: 40
Action
Opening a lock is a full-round action.
Untrained
You cannot pick locks untrained, but you might successfully force them open.
Check
The DC for opening a lock varies from 20 to 40, depending on the quality of the lock, as given on the table below.
Open Lock DCs
Very simple lock: 20
Average lock: 25
Good lock: 30
Amazing lock: 40
Action
Opening a lock is a full-round action.
Untrained
You cannot pick locks untrained, but you might successfully force them open.